Canberra Electorate

    ACT, Australia

    Held by LaborUrban67.6% TPPMP: Alicia Payne

    Overview

    Geography and description

    Canberra covers central Canberra including the Parliamentary Triangle, inner northern and inner southern suburbs.

    Key Suburbs

    CivicInner NorthInner SouthParliamentary Triangle

    Election History

    Past election results

    YearWinnerPartyTPP %Swing
    2019Alicia PayneLabor59.6%+1.3%
    2022Alicia PayneLabor67.6%+8%

    Current Representative

    Elected Member of Parliament

    Alicia Payne

    LaborSince 2019
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    Key Issues

    Important local matters

    Public Service

    High

    Supporting the large public service workforce and government policy decisions that affect them.


    Climate Action

    High

    Strong voter concern about climate change policy and renewable energy initiatives.

    Demographics

    Population and statistics

    Population

    154,000

    Median Age

    35 years

    Median Income

    $2,350 weekly

    Major Industries

    Public AdministrationEducationHealthcareProfessional Services

    Education

    University Degree

    58%

    Completed High School

    92%